Coach DQ Outplacement Services for Business
Outplacement Services for Business

Cushion the Blow When
Letting People Go

Personalized outplacement and career coaching services that help your people move forward with confidence while supporting your company through transition.
When layoffs become a business reality, Coach DQ helps provide a softer landing with practical, one-on-one support tailored to each departing team member.
Personalized Support
Customized Career Game Plan
Up to 50% Faster Job Search
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A Softer Landing for Your People

Outplacement has changed. The support should too.

Today’s departing employees rarely need an office and equipment to conduct a job search. What they need is a clear strategy, strong career materials, smarter networking, interview preparation and ongoing accountability.

Private one on one coaching tailored to each employee’s goals and level.
Job-search tools, LinkedIn support, resume guidance, networking and interview preparation.
Flexible 4-week, 6-week, 12-week and extended executive/career-change programs.
Practical support designed to reduce time in transition and help people move forward with confidence.
Business Transition Support

Protect the relationship, even when the role has to end.

Thoughtful outplacement gives departing employees structure, momentum and a clear next step, while helping your organization handle difficult transitions with more care.

Up to 50% Faster Positioned to shorten the job-search timeline.
Flexible Programs 4 weeks through 6-month executive support.
Human Support Coaching plus email and text accountability.
Real-World Search Networking, introductions and market strategy.

Outplacement Programs

Choose the level of support that best fits the employee’s role, transition goals and sense of urgency.

Outplacement
Services 		6 Month VIP
for Executives VP / C-Level 		6 Month
Career Change Manager / Director Level 		12 Week
Program 		6 Week
Program 		4 Week
Program
1 Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
2 LinkedIn Tutorials & Hands-on Profile Help
✓ ✓ ✓ — —
3 Career Assessment
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
4 Customized Game Plan
✓ ✓ ✓ — —
5 Job Search Networking Outreach
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ —
6 Personal Introductions
✓ ✓ ✓ — —
7 Email Support
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
8 Text Support
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
9 One-Time Design Coaching Session
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Outplacement Services
6 Month VIP for Executives
VP / C-Level
✓ Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓ LinkedIn Tutorials & Hands-on Profile Help
✓ Career Assessment
✓ Customized Game Plan
✓ Job Search Networking Outreach
✓ Personal Introductions
✓ Email Support
✓ Text Support
✓ One-Time Design Coaching Session
6 Month Career Change
Manager / Director Level
✓ Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓ LinkedIn Tutorials & Hands-on Profile Help
✓ Career Assessment
✓ Customized Game Plan
✓ Job Search Networking Outreach
✓ Personal Introductions
✓ Email Support
✓ Text Support
✓ One-Time Design Coaching Session
12 Week Program
✓ Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓ LinkedIn Tutorials & Hands-on Profile Help
✓ Career Assessment
✓ Customized Game Plan
✓ Job Search Networking Outreach
✓ Personal Introductions
✓ Email Support
✓ Text Support
✓ One-Time Design Coaching Session
6 Week Program
✓ Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓ Career Assessment
✓ Job Search Networking Outreach
✓ Email Support
✓ Text Support
✓ One-Time Design Coaching Session
4 Week Program
✓ Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓ Career Assessment
✓ Email Support
✓ Text Support
✓ One-Time Design Coaching Session

What’s Included

Personalized support designed to give departing team members the strategy, tools and confidence needed to move forward.

One-on-One Coaching

Private coaching sessions tailored to each client’s career goals, priorities and transition.

Career Assessments

Assessments that help uncover strengths, preferences, working styles and potential career direction.

Resume & Cover Letter

Guidance for creating stronger career materials aligned with the client’s target opportunities.

LinkedIn Support

Hands on guidance for improving professional positioning, visibility and LinkedIn presence.

Interview Preparation

Interview communication coaching and mock interview practice throughout the program.

Networking Outreach

Industry specific networking strategies, relevant groups and personal introductions when appropriate.

Email & Text Support

Additional support between scheduled coaching meetings to maintain momentum and accountability.

Personalized Game Plan

A customized strategy based on each client’s objectives, career goals and next-step priorities.

Mock Interview Practice

Additional practice sessions designed to build clarity, confidence and stronger interview performance.

Dawn Quesnel - Coach DQ
Why Coach DQ

Career coaching backed by recruiting experience.

Dawn Quesnel, affectionately known as Coach DQ, combines professional coaching credentials with extensive recruiting and career-transition experience. Her background gives clients both the coaching support and hiring-market insight needed to navigate their next move.

Professionally Trained Coach

Trained through CTI, CCI and IPEC’s Accredited Energy Leadership Coach Program.

Assessment Expertise

Trained in DISC, Team Dimensions, Role Behavior, Time Mastery and career-change assessments.

Career Coach of the Year

Awarded ICF New England Career Coach of the Year by peers and colleagues.

Executive Recruiter Background

Former executive recruiter and founder of Executive Staffing Consultants.

CoachDQ.com Since 2003

More than two decades supporting job seekers, career changers and professionals.

Personalized Approach

Practical one-on-one support focused on each client’s individual goals and transition.

Outplacement Services for Business

Give Your Team a Softer Landing

Our established network has specialized in supporting job seekers and career changers for more than two decades. Contact Coach DQ to provide compassionate, personalized transition support for your team members.

Schedule a Consultation
Confidential business inquiry
Coach DQ Outplacement Services for Business
Outplacement Services for Business

Cushion the Blow When
Letting People Go

Personalized outplacement and career coaching services that help your people move forward with confidence while supporting your company through transition.
When layoffs become a business reality, Coach DQ helps provide a softer landing with practical, one-on-one support tailored to each departing team member.
Personalized Support
Customized Career Game Plan
Up to 50% Faster Job Search
Scroll
A Softer Landing for Your People

Outplacement has changed. The support should too.

Today’s departing employees rarely need an office and equipment to conduct a job search. What they need is a clear strategy, strong career materials, smarter networking, interview preparation and ongoing accountability.

Private one-on-one coaching tailored to each employee’s goals and level.
Job-search tools, LinkedIn support, résumé guidance, networking and interview preparation.
Flexible 4-week, 6-week, 12-week and extended executive/career-change programs.
Practical support designed to reduce time in transition and help people move forward with confidence.
Business Transition Support

Protect the relationship — even when the role has to end.

Thoughtful outplacement gives departing employees structure, momentum and a clear next step, while helping your organization handle difficult transitions with more care.

Up to 50% Faster Positioned to shorten the job-search timeline.
Flexible Programs 4 weeks through 6-month executive support.
Human Support Coaching plus email and text accountability.
Real-World Search Networking, introductions and market strategy.

Outplacement Programs

Choose the level of support that best fits the employee’s role, transition goals and sense of urgency.

Outplacement
Services		 6 Month VIP
for ExecutivesVP / C-Level		 6 Month
Career ChangeManager / Director Level		 12 Week
Program		 6 Week
Program		 4 Week
Program
1Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓✓✓✓✓
2LinkedIn Tutorials & Hands-on Profile Help
✓✓✓——
3Career Assessment
✓✓✓✓✓
4Customized Game Plan
✓✓✓——
5Job Search Networking Outreach
✓✓✓✓—
6Personal Introductions
✓✓✓——
7Email Support
✓✓✓✓✓
8Text Support
✓✓✓✓✓
9One-Time Design Coaching Session
✓✓✓✓✓
Outplacement Services
6 Month VIP for Executives
VP / C-Level
✓Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓LinkedIn Tutorials & Hands-on Profile Help
✓Career Assessment
✓Customized Game Plan
✓Job Search Networking Outreach
✓Personal Introductions
✓Email Support
✓Text Support
✓One-Time Design Coaching Session
6 Month Career Change
Manager / Director Level
✓Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓LinkedIn Tutorials & Hands-on Profile Help
✓Career Assessment
✓Customized Game Plan
✓Job Search Networking Outreach
✓Personal Introductions
✓Email Support
✓Text Support
✓One-Time Design Coaching Session
12 Week Program
✓Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓LinkedIn Tutorials & Hands-on Profile Help
✓Career Assessment
✓Customized Game Plan
✓Job Search Networking Outreach
✓Personal Introductions
✓Email Support
✓Text Support
✓One-Time Design Coaching Session
6 Week Program
✓Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓Career Assessment
✓Job Search Networking Outreach
✓Email Support
✓Text Support
✓One-Time Design Coaching Session
4 Week Program
✓Weekly One-on-One Coaching Sessions
✓Career Assessment
✓Email Support
✓Text Support
✓One-Time Design Coaching Session

What’s Included

Personalized support designed to give departing team members the strategy, tools and confidence needed to move forward.

One-on-One Coaching

Private coaching sessions tailored to each client’s career goals, priorities and transition.

Career Assessments

Assessments that help uncover strengths, preferences, working styles and potential career direction.

Résumé & Cover Letter

Guidance for creating stronger career materials aligned with the client’s target opportunities.

LinkedIn Support

Hands-on guidance for improving professional positioning, visibility and LinkedIn presence.

Interview Preparation

Interview communication coaching and mock interview practice throughout the program.

Networking Outreach

Industry-specific networking strategies, relevant groups and personal introductions when appropriate.

Email & Text Support

Additional support between scheduled coaching meetings to maintain momentum and accountability.

Personalized Game Plan

A customized strategy based on each client’s objectives, career goals and next-step priorities.

Mock Interview Practice

Additional practice sessions designed to build clarity, confidence and stronger interview performance.

Dawn Quesnel - Coach DQ
Why Coach DQ

Career coaching backed by recruiting experience.

Dawn Quesnel, affectionately known as Coach DQ, combines professional coaching credentials with extensive recruiting and career-transition experience. Her background gives clients both the coaching support and hiring-market insight needed to navigate their next move.

Professionally Trained Coach

Trained through CTI, CCI and IPEC’s Accredited Energy Leadership Coach Program.

Assessment Expertise

Trained in DISC, Team Dimensions, Role Behavior, Time Mastery and career-change assessments.

Career Coach of the Year

Awarded ICF New England Career Coach of the Year by peers and colleagues.

Executive Recruiter Background

Former executive recruiter and founder of Executive Staffing Consultants.

CoachDQ.com Since 2003

More than two decades supporting job seekers, career changers and professionals.

Personalized Approach

Practical one-on-one support focused on each client’s individual goals and transition.

Outplacement Services for Business

Give Your Team a Softer Landing

Our established network has specialized in supporting job seekers and career changers for more than two decades. Contact Coach DQ to provide compassionate, personalized transition support for your team members.

Schedule a Consultation
Confidential business inquiry